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Craig Nealon
เข้าร่วมเมื่อ 23 ก.ย. 2022
Shellharbour Dolphins - BeachFinder Extra September 2024
Dolphins are regular visitors just off our Ocean Pool at Shellharbour. This just happened to be a super-calm and super-clear morning to check them out!
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Tallawarra BeachFinder #13 December 2023 Hobie Tandem Island
มุมมอง 1.3K9 หลายเดือนก่อน
A new place to launch on the Western side of Lake Illawarra - the old Tallawarra Power Station (which is being renewed). A short trip south past Duck Creek and towards the mouth of Haywards Bay. Very close to the airport here at Albion Park Rail and was treated to a flyover from the Historical Aircraft Restoration Society located there!
Windang BeachFinder #12 September 2023 Hobie Tandem Island
มุมมอง 407ปีที่แล้ว
Under the Windang Bridge into Lake Illawarra and out the entrance to check out Windang Island. I did try and help catch a pelican caught in some fishing line, without much success unfortunately. The wind picked up nicely for sailing!
Sailing Emily BeachFinder Extra September 2023
มุมมอง 413ปีที่แล้ว
BeachFinder returns for the Southern Hemisphere Spring, 2023! In this BeachFinder "extra", there's no Hobie Tandem Island trip. Rather, I had the opportunity to join the Shell Cove Sailing Club aboard "Emily" on a short trip around Bass Point to Killalea, also known as "the Farm" here in Shellharbour. Emily is a "Cuda" class sailing boat, built to last and fun to race. This wasn't a race though...
Bass Point Shellharbour BeachFinder #11 June 2023 Hobie Tandem Island
มุมมอง 970ปีที่แล้ว
The Shellharbour Dolphin took to the Tasman Sea off Bass Point for a leisurely cruise. No beaches, but a whale-watching fail today - they were out there, just too far away for me. South Coast of New South "Whales" Australia. The whale-watching boat trip can be found at shellharbourwild.com.au/ Whale migration info here blog.nationalparks.nsw.gov.au/whale-migration-the-facts/
Shellharbour Village "Lane 8" BeachFinder extra May 2023
มุมมอง 147ปีที่แล้ว
No Hobie Tandem Island or Beach in this BeachFinder extra - just a chance to look around the pool area where I swim just about every day. I had a good swim that morning and the water was so clear with lots of marine life, I went in again with the camera. Sure enough, most of the fish had disappeared. Camera-shy. This stretch of water is sometimes called "Lane 8" - the next lane after the 7 in t...
Shellharbour BeachFinder #10 May 2023 Hobie Tandem Island
มุมมอง 857ปีที่แล้ว
This time, my Hobie Tandem Island BeachFinder, "Shellharbour Dolphin" is at home. Here's a chance to look at the brand new Shellharbour Marina at Shell Cove, along with glimpses of Shellharbour Village and the ocean pool and the nearby rock-shelf where I swim regularly. South coast of New South Wales Australia. Warning a tiny bit of my blood towards the end. Just another sailing injury...
Hobie Tandem Island Review
มุมมอง 23Kปีที่แล้ว
I've owned my Hobie Tandem island "Shellharbour Dolphin" now for nearly two years. In that time, I've appreciated review videos and tips and tricks on this platform, so I thought I would share my short review of this great boat, or .... kayak (not sure what to call it). Hope you like it and add some thoughts or suggestions in the comments and follow my other brief sailing stories on this channe...
Shoalhaven Heads BeachFinder #9 April 2023 Hobie Tandem Island
มุมมอง 198ปีที่แล้ว
My Hobie Tandem Island BeachFinder, "Shellharbour Dolphin", had a sail around Shoalhaven Heads, where the Shoalhaven River meets the Ocean -south coast of New South Wales Australia.
Noosa Part2 BeachFinder #8 March 2023 Hobie Tandem Island
มุมมอง 1.5Kปีที่แล้ว
Here's Part 2 of the waterways in and around Noosa Heads and Noosaville, Sunshine Coast Queensland Australia. My Hobie Tandem Island BeachFinder, named "Shellharbour Dolphin", went exploring over multiple days and with different passengers. Special appearance from Xavier!
Noosa Part1 BeachFinder #7 March 2023 Hobie Tandem Island
มุมมอง 570ปีที่แล้ว
Here's Part 1 of the waterways in and around Noosa Heads and Noosaville, Sunshine Coast Queensland Australia. My Hobie Tandem Island BeachFinder, named "Shellharbour Dolphin", went exploring over multiple days and with different passengers.
Lake Illawarra BeachFinder #6 December 2022 Hobie Tandem Island
มุมมอง 370ปีที่แล้ว
My Hobie Tandem Island BeachFinder, named "Shellharbour Dolphin", sailed off over two days across the bottom of Lake Illawarra, South Coast of New South Wales Australia.
Across Jervis Bay BeachFinder #5 November 2022 Hobie Tandem Island
มุมมอง 294ปีที่แล้ว
My Hobie Tandem Island, "Shellharbour Dolphin" takes me on a slow sail across Jervis Bay - worth it to find an idyllic little swimming spot. This was quite by accident - I was aiming for a long beach, but found this little bay instead. Jervis Bay is on the South Coast of New South Wales Australia.
Swan Lake BeachFinder #4 November 2022 Hobie Tandem Island
มุมมอง 599ปีที่แล้ว
Well, it may be somewhat surprising to find that I couldn't see any swans whatsoever on Swan Lake, near Sussex Inlet on the South Coast of New South Wales, Australia. Had some nice sailing wind on the way back, I didn't even need my little motor at all! On my Hobie Tandem Island, named "Shellharbour Dolphin".
Lake Conjola BeachFinder #3 October 2022 Hobie Tandem Island
มุมมอง 209ปีที่แล้ว
Lake Conjola is just north of Ulladulla on the south Coast of New South Wales Australia. I tried solo-sailing my Hobie Tandem Island and went looking for an isolated spot to relax. Not much wind on the day, and low tide caused some problems.
Lake Wollumboola BeachFinder #2 October 2022 Hobie Tandem Island
มุมมอง 293ปีที่แล้ว
Lake Wollumboola BeachFinder #2 October 2022 Hobie Tandem Island
Jervis Bay BeachFinder #1 September 2022 Hobie Tandem Island
มุมมอง 508ปีที่แล้ว
Jervis Bay BeachFinder #1 September 2022 Hobie Tandem Island
Fantastic flexible sailboat
Great channel, mate! Appreciate your straightforward delivery andtop notch production quality. I'm thinking of getting one of these and it is great to see the real world details and tricks in actual use, such as needing a paddle in shallow water and putting foam in the mast hole to keep the balls in place when trailering. Enjoying your adventure videos where I saw that paddle detail. Subscribed! Please keep up the good work and keep ahead of the sharks!
Looked like a great time. I notice you sail yours from the front seat. I always sail mine from the back seat. Curious as to your reason? Do you find an advantage by doing that?
I can see your dolly have crack,it happend because TI is heavy and that pipe on bottom is flexible more than plastic on top.So plastic are cracking.To stop crack cary on, put little hole on each end of crack.On my it help to stoped it.Another thing I can see is your cover.If you use it when traveling and if you have diesel car , fumes from car go under cover and stick to kayak and I can tell you it was hard to clean it off.I did not hear that petrol car have same problem. One more advice,when you tide up TI on trailer be wery careful , when you over tighten it , that capers holes on front of each place can crack and it is very hard to repair that.Good luck with thatJaroslav
appreciate your honesty about your struggles with the craft. If I had somewhere to store one I'd be lining up to go pick one up this week
A very versatile craft. You can do so many things with it. I own sailboats that'll do over 40 knots but if I could only have one boat, it'd be the Hobie Island.
Looking great. Keep the TI videos coming! ⛵⛵⛵
It's a kayak! I use mine without outriggers often and is very stable. (2014 model with low seat). Agree no need to modify these as they work great for sailing as is. cheers
Looks like a nice relaxing sail. I too have to drop the mast when sailing under low bridges. Looks like you had a bit of current working also. Keep the videos coming! ⛵⛵⛵
Nice one, Craig! 👍 Also, I just have to type: 🎵 Shell Cove, Shell Cove, your home by the sea… 🎵
haha. Yeah
Hi, I just bought a TI in Brisbane. I've enjoyed moreton bay a bit and was looking at the bixpy as an alternative to pedalling. How do you find it? Do you think it would be useful in 'open waters'?
nice movie😊👏
Very helpful review, thanks mate. Buying one of these TI’s soon!
Hope you enjoy it!
Hey mate. Ex Maroochydore boy now living in Toowoomba. I"m just researching hobie AI or TI to buy 2nd hand. Are you worried about sourcing parts if they are no longer making these? Just interested in your thoughts.
Not really. I’m not far from the main Hobie dealer. They have been really helpful.
@craignealon3978 ah yes the shop in Birtinya is still there I take it
Nice video.
Thanks!
Looking good. Keep the TI videos coming!
Thanx James. 👍
Thanks for the videos. I bought a 2020 Tandem Island in Florida this past Sunday, towed it to Texas on Monday and will be taking her out to the lake this weekend!
Thank you for the review. I'm undecided between something like this or an inflatable sailing catamaran, like a Minicat. Can you sit on the trampolines that connect to the amas or are they just for baggage?
Yes. The tramps are OK to sit on. Maybe not so comfortable or easy to control the kayak though.
Hi Craig! Great video! Can you share the main dimensions of the trailer please? I am looking to get a similar solution as yours.
How does the Bixpy perform on the Tandem Island? I've been thinking about purchasing one for my own but haven't heard of how they work on a heavier kayak.
Not great to be honest. I should do a review of that! It pushes it along OK, but very slowly. It's actually quite relaxing to cruise around in still water however. Other things like battery life are quite good.
Great video I need to get mine into the ocean
Yeah. You’ve got to pick the right day 😊
Nice video mate great trailer too! Agree about the Vantage seat it always takes me 10 attempts.
Yes. Most aspects of the boat are fantastic, but the seat attachment is not a great design.
Thanks for the positive comment as well - I enjoy your videos also. I have to get up your way sometime!
@@craignealon3978 cheers mate if you do let me know.
Great review. I always angle my vantage seat forward and put the front part in first. And while pushing down on it I click in the back. Works most of the time and never pops out, but I do understand your frustration.
Yes. I try every way. It went in first time yesterday, but most times it is frustrating.
and thanks for the positive comment 👍
Yes, this works for me: set the seat in place, lift the back maybe 6 inches while pressing the front of the seat down. It clicks into place every time on my 2023 TI. Oh, and don't forget to secure the rear clip!
Hey mate... Many things I had changed on my TI which I think are needed. I will make a video and let you know. Thanks for sharing 👍 Greetings from Spain 🇪🇸
Thanks. Look forward to it.
Hi Graig! I'm enjoying your series of videos from the other side of the globe, where it still feels like winter in Kamouraska Québec . I have been a Hobie TI sailor for 10 years and can not wait to get back on the water.
Thanks for that Craig. I fetch mine from Sunstate Watersports tomorrow - can't wait!
oh, awesome! You'll love it!
Looking good. Keep the TI videos coming! You may enjoy this bit of fun with my TI in the surf! th-cam.com/video/hEr6BgZpA1A/w-d-xo.html
Ah yes. I’ve seen that one before. I think surf launches are next-level for me. I’ve done it once and busted a paddle on a mirage drive (was easy to replace).
Thanks for you support - love seeing your videos.
excellent😮👏👏😊
Looking good - keep the videos coming! Assume you are using a J-2 Bixby motor.
Yep! I quite like it.
lovely location😊nice movie!
Looking good. Keep the TI videos coming. How long is the pole you use for the camera? Just got back from a January frostbite sail in Delaware Bay....water temps in the 30s....
I have one that's about 3 metres long James. Post-edit can give the effect of being much taller however. Mostly I don't use it anywhere near as long. I don't know Fahrenheit too well, but that sounds like you're close to ice-sailing? :) I can't even comprehend that...
Nice video. Would you ever try sailing around to the farm in nice weather?
Thanks. Yes - I will one day. Have been close!
Nice trip. Summer for you guys down there I guess.
yes - although at the moment it doesn't feel like it! Going through another cold snap. Hope to be back on the water shortly...
I guess you guys are into the summer now.
yep - although winter seems to be hanging on at the moment - have a cold snap currently.
Can't beat the Hobie Tandem Island! Keep the videos coming!
Hi Craig I've just bought the same Hobie as you. Am often in Huskisson if you want to catch up.
Thanks Rob. You’re going to love it. I live in Shellharbour so not too far away. Daughter lives in Ulladulla, so we pass through a lot!
Love the TI video! Keep the coming. Looks like a good place to sail. What software are you using for tracing your path (in yellow) .
Thanks James (Jim?). I appreciate that coming from you - I enjoy your videos also. The software is a phone app - “Relive”. I don’t have a paid version of it, so a bit limited in what I can do with it, but the map drawing is pretty neat.
Looking good. Keep the TI videos coming.